2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Prelude |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2580 mm |